According to the Governor’s Office, since the virus that causes the Coronavirus 2019 Disease (“COVID-19”) is easily transmitted, especially in group settings, it is essential that the spread of the virus be slowed to safeguard public health and safety. Further, COVID-19 can be transmitted from infected individuals even if they are asymptomatic or their symptoms are mild, such as a cough. It can also be spread by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching your mouth, nose or eyes. The guidance document addresses the procedures sports organizations and teams must follow to limit the spread of COVID-19 to the extent they are permitted to conduct in-person operations.

All sports in Pennsylvania, including professional, collegiate, Pre-K to 12 school athletics, and amateur and recreational sports, are covered by this guidance, which is preliminary and will be updated as more public health data and other information is available. Sports organizations and teams may only conduct in-person operations if they are able to do so in accordance with all applicable guidance. They are not required to reopen per this guidance.

To access the guidance document, please click here.